2 Dead In Crash | 2 Shot At Cemetery | 2 Fatal Crashes Within Hours

Miss a day, miss a lot. Catch up on the Southland's top stories for Thursday, Jan. 30.

2 Killed In Crash Involving Garbage Truck In Will County: State Police

Two people were pronounced dead at the scene, and four people were taken to area hospitals for treatment, police said.

2 Shot At Cemetery, 1 In Custody

Northwest Elementary School was placed on a secure lockdown for 40 minutes during an active shooter situation at the cemetery.

2 Fatal Crashes Within Hours On I-57: Illinois State Police

One crash happened late Wednesday night, the other early Thursday morning, police said.

Man Falls Asleep, Crashes Car Into New Lenox Breakfast Spot: NLPD

The crash happened Wednesday evening at Country Charm, police said. A Mokena man allegedly fell asleep behind the wheel.

GoFundMe Campaigns Created For Tenants Displaced In Chicago Ridge Fire

GoFundMe campaigns have been established for displaced residents after a fire ravaged their apartment building Jan. 25 in Chicago Ridge.

Tinley Brew & Vine 2025 Tickets On Sale Now

The event will again be held over two days, April 11–12, at the Odyssey Country Club in Tinley Park.

Unattended, Running Car Stolen In Palos Hills, Blue Island Man Charged

The man left his car running unattended and unlocked while he ran back to his apartment. When he returned, the was gone, police said.

Urgent Need For Blood, Platelets At Community Blood Center In Beverly

The Community Blood Center is urging all eligible blood donors to consider donating at this time. Donate by Jan. 31, get a free CBC T-shirt.

Manhattan's Arrowhead Smoke Works Opening Date Set

Mike Bacon is ready to open the door of his barbecue spot Arrowhead Smoke Works.

Village, Fire Leaders Pay Homage To Longtime Mayor, Dedicated Chief

John "Jack" Fitzgerald died Jan. 27 at 85 years old. He was a devoted public servant as both mayor and fire district chief.

Procession Set For Former Tinley Fire Official, Road Closure Planned

Services for Doug Erwin, 52, of Manhattan, will be held Friday and Saturday. Congestion is expected along Oak Park Avenue.

New Oak Forest Police Chief Named Ahead Of Current Chief's Retirement

The City appointed its new Chief of Police during Tuesday night's City Council meeting.

Spotlight Arts Collective Casts Set To Shine In 'Shrek The Musical'

Shows are set for Feb. 21–23 at Lincoln-Way West High School's auditorium in New Lenox.

Closer Than Ever: Doomsday Clock Advanced To '89 Seconds To Midnight'

Every second of delay in reversing course increases the probability of global disaster, Atomic Bulletin of Scientists warns.

GiGi's Playhouse Chosen To Lead Oak Forest Fleadh Parade

The Tinley Park-based nonprofit is a local chapter of a national network of Down syndrome support and education centers.

Brats To Sizzle At Orland Grassland Brush Burn, Cleanup Event

The seasonal brush cleanup event will be held Saturday, Feb. 15. Volunteers are treated to brats, potatoes, and this time—chocolate.

LTHS Plans Second Annual Short Film Festival

Student directors from the Porter Players formed six groups and wrote, cast, rehearsed and filmed all their pieces.

$950K In Federal Funding Supports Semiconductor Research At Lewis

The funding supports innovation in semiconductor manufacturing through research at Lewis University.